Twenty-three-time Grand Slam winner Serena Williams is becoming a member of the Toronto Tempo possession group, the group introduced Wednesday.
New court docket, new sport 🏀
We’re thrilled to announce that @SerenaWilliams – legendary tennis
professional – has joined the workforce as the latest proprietor of the Toronto Tempo. pic.twitter.com/kRPYNvdoya— Toronto Tempo (@TempoBasketball) March 3, 2025
The workforce is primarily owned by Kilmer Sports activities Ventures, chaired by Larry Tanenbaum, and is led by workforce president Teresa Resch. The Tempo are the fifteenth workforce to affix the WNBA and can tip off their first season in 2026. Their growth draft can be held after the 2025 season.
“This second isn’t just about basketball; it’s about showcasing the true worth and potential of feminine athletes — I’ve all the time stated that girls’s sports activities are an unbelievable funding alternative,” Williams stated. “I’m excited to companion with Larry [Tanenbaum] and all of Canada in creating this new WNBA franchise and legacy.”
Toronto says Williams will play a task in designing jerseys and creating merchandise collaborations with the workforce.
“Serena Williams is an icon, a task mannequin and a power for change on the planet” Tanenbaum stated. “She’s earned each little bit of her unbelievable success with arduous work, tenacity and willpower within the face of numerous challenges. She exemplifies the perfect of what the Tempo stand for — we could not be extra honored to have Serena in our court docket.”
Williams already owns stakes within the Miami Dolphins, Angel Metropolis FC and Los Angeles Golf Membership.